1949: The flight of the “Lucky Lady II” demonstrated the Air Force’s capability to fly, non-stop round the world, showing it could take off from the U. The F-86 Saberjet scored impressive aerial victories against the enemy Mi G-15.1954: The first B-52 Stratofortress came into the USAF Inventory and has served in every conflict since its appearance.The USAF supported the war in the Balkans, and the US intervention Operation Uphold Democracy in Haiti.2000 -- Present: The Expeditionary Air Force concept was a major transition in how the Air Force employed forces.1980s: Stealth Technology was revealed advent of the F-117; strategic bomber capability was increased with the deployment of the B-1.

1990s: USAF played a major role in the swift defeat of the Iraqi military forces in the first Persian Gulf War: The Air Force underwent a major reorganization with the formation of Air Combat Command, Air Mobility Command, and Air Force Materiel Command.

Through the years history has shown the wisdom and foresight of the creation of a separate Air Force.

The US Air Force emerged quickly from its cradle and began to create its own history and heritage. 1950-1953: USAF engaged in the first completely jet aerial combat During the Korean War.

The Global War on Terrorism brought the USAF into Operation ENDURING FREEDOM and Operation IRAQI FREEDOM.

For centuries, doomsdayers and self-styled prophets have claimed to know about the end of the world, emphasizing that their version of the apocalypse will come true.

1960s: The development and deployment of Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles (ICBMs) as a major component of the aerial defense capability of the United States.